Marcos meets fisherfolk, pledges cold chain support

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with fisherfolk during his inspection of the General Santos Fish Port Complex in General Santos City on Friday.

Marcos emphasized the need to build more cold storage facilities and ice plants in drop-off areas to maintain the quality of fish and seafood, noting that a 'cold chain' is necessary for high-quality products.

He acknowledged the fishing sector's crucial role in achieving food security and sustaining economic growth, promising government support through the Department of Agriculture under Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., who has extensive experience in fisheries.

During his visit, Marcos witnessed tuna trading activities, including unloading, weighing, and grading fresh tuna for export.

The President also distributed livelihood projects from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources to support local fishing communities.